The quick delivery of life-saving measures plays a vital role in survival during emergencies. According to New Hampshire officials, a 24-year old man from Saguenay collapsed during a hike along with friends. Sadly, the man passed away despite the extensive rescue attempt.
Based on the Fish and Game officials, Simon Deschenes of Saguenay’s Chicoutimi borough was hiking on the Falling Waters Trail in Lincoln when he collapsed around 4 kilometers into the hike.
The other hikers were able to perform CPR on the man while the conservation officers and other rescuers rushed to his aid. There was a New Hampshire National Guard helicopter that flew to the area to assist with the rescue efforts.
Unforeseen tragedy
A litter was lowered at the scene and a medic airlifted the man into the hovering helicopter and transported him to Littleton Regional Hospital. Sadly, the man was later declared dead.
According to the authorities, the man traveled to New Hampshire to spend the Columbus Day holiday weekend hiking together with friends.
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For more information, check out these sources:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/153849.php
https://www.healthline.com/health/first-aid/cpr
https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-cpr/basics/art-20056600